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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during … disability in Canada. It can include lifelong physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. Children, youth and … Common problems include learning, memory, attention, language, social skills, behaviour, hearing and vision. How much …

Lead paint and hazards

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Medical and scientific research shows that absorption of even very low levels of lead … effects such as learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may … the least amount of lead dust. As chemical stripping agents also contain potentially harmful substances, they …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… British Columbia, only 3 cause common domestic or farmyard problems. This includes the: House mouse Norway rat Black … cause? Rats and mice can cause significant property damage because they chew on building materials, including … outside. When your house is quiet, it is also possible to hear rodents moving around between the walls, in attics, …

Gonorrhea

… urethra – the tube that urine passes through In women, the early symptoms are sometimes so mild that they are mistaken … reactive arthritis which includes skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a damaged condom Check the expiry …

Chlamydia

… redness in the anal area. For men, symptoms can include: Clear or mucous-like fluid from the penis Pain or a burning … reactive arthritis, which includes skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a damaged condom Check the expiry …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… water sources used for our drinking water. For example: nearby streams, rivers and lakes. When wildfire affects the … wellheads are burned or exposed to heat. If pipes are damaged and leak, there is also potential for bacterial … wildfires on drinking water quality. For some communities, problems may appear long after the wildfire is over (i.e. …

Water fluoridation facts

… tooth decay? Fluoride protects teeth when they first appear and as they develop over time. Fluoride bonds with the … bacteria and decay. It also helps to repair the earliest stages of tooth decay. Where can fluoridation occur? … have less tooth decay or other cavity-related oral health problems. Is fluoridation safe? Yes. Fluoride has been …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… using substances for positive or social benefits, to having problems with substance use, and at the far end of the … harm with people who use substances? Use person-first language (for example “person with substance use disorder” or … Offer fact-based information on substances, their effects, early signs of negative impacts, and ways to reduce harm. …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… and impact mental and physical health Cause increased heart rate and blood pressure Lead to anxiety, digestive problems and dehydration Drinking enough water, getting … Sugary drinks are the main source of sugar in the average Canadian diet. Children and youth have the highest daily …

Toxoplasmosis

… The woman may not have symptoms, but infection of the fetus early in pregnancy can result in miscarriage, poor growth, early delivery or stillbirth. If a child is born with toxoplasmosis, they can experience eye problems, hydrocephalus (water on the brain), seizures or …